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GL16 VDV

2016 Piaggio Fly

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,391 mi
Last recorded36,391 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2016 Piaggio Fly14,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 VDV
MakePiaggio
ModelFly
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 36,391 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 36,391 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 32,045 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 23,955 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 21,916 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Fly?

Based on 24,164 MOT tests across 3,918 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
1,483
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 507
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 491
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 274
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 196
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 182
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GL16 VDV is a 2016 Piaggio Fly in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio Fly models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 14,928 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Fly fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL16 VDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Fly typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 10 years old, this Piaggio Fly is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GL16 VDV registered?

GL16 VDV is a 2016 Piaggio Fly, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is GL16 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL16 VDV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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